Climate for Station: Tabuk, Tabuk Region, Saudi Arabia
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Climate Analysis & Overview
Tabuk, situated in the arid landscapes of northwestern Saudi Arabia, is experiencing a nuanced climate evolution. While all-time temperature trends indicate a general warming, recent decade data suggests a cooling in daytime highs. Precipitation patterns are becoming more evenly distributed, hinting at subtle shifts in regional weather dynamics.
Desert Climate Dynamics
Tabuk is characterised by a BWh climate under the Köppen classification, indicative of a desert environment with extremely hot summers and mild winters. The geography, marked by its proximity to the Red Sea and surrounding mountains, influences local weather patterns. The all-time temperature trends reveal a warming of 0.32°C (0.58°F) in highs and 0.78°C (1.40°F) in lows, suggesting an overall rise in temperature across the years. However, over the past decade, a cooling trend of -0.27°C (-0.48°F) in daytime highs contrasts with a warming of 0.47°C (0.84°F) in nighttime lows, indicating a complex interplay of factors affecting the region's thermal profile.
Temperature Extremes and Variability
Tabuk's temperature extremes are notable, with record highs reaching 46.0°C (114.8°F) and lows plummeting to -5.1°C (22.8°F). These extremes underscore the significant diurnal temperature range typical of desert climates. The recent cooling trend in daytime highs over the decade may be reflective of broader atmospheric changes or localised weather patterns, while the rise in nighttime lows suggests an increase in heat retention, possibly due to urbanisation or changes in land use.
Precipitation Patterns: A Shift Towards Even Distribution
The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) for Tabuk has decreased from a baseline of 46.8 to a current value of 40.1, indicating a shift towards more evenly distributed rainfall events. This change suggests that precipitation is becoming less concentrated in intense, sporadic events and more evenly spread throughout the year. Such a shift could have implications for water resource management and agricultural planning in the region, aligning with Saudi Arabia's broader climate adaptation strategies.
Regional Climate Goals and Implications
Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 includes ambitious climate goals aimed at reducing carbon emissions and enhancing sustainability. The observed climatic changes in Tabuk, including the nuanced temperature trends and evolving precipitation patterns, provide critical insights into the region's response to both natural variability and anthropogenic influences. Understanding these dynamics is essential for developing adaptive strategies that align with national objectives and ensure resilience in the face of ongoing climate change.
Station Statistics
10-Year Trend
High: -1.00 °C/decade
Low: -0.22 °C/decade
Rain: -0.02 mm/decade
25-Year Trend
High: +0.08 °C/decade
Low: +0.81 °C/decade
Rain: +0.03 mm/decade
50-Year Trend
High: +0.24 °C/decade
Low: +0.70 °C/decade
Rain: +0.01 mm/decade
All-Time Trend
High: +0.24 °C/decade
Low: +0.70 °C/decade
Rain: +0.01 mm/decade
Percentage Above-Average Days
Last 12 Months: 56.2%
This Year: 77.5%
Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️
Last 12 Months: 65.9
Historical Average: 48.1
Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️
High: 37th percentile
Low: 74th percentile
Rain: 28th percentile
Change in Variance ℹ️
High: +1.8%
Low: +10.2%
Intraday: -4.0%
Data Coverage
92.5%
First Year of Data
1973
Station Location
Historical Weather Records
| Max High | Avg High | Min High | Max Avg | Avg Avg | Min Avg | Max Low | Avg Low | Min Low | Max Precipitation | Avg Precipitation | Max Snow | Avg Snow | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 46.0 °C | — | 6.8 °C | 38.9 °C | — | 2.7 °C | 33.0 °C | — | -5.1 °C | 75.9 mm | — | — | — |
| January | 32.0 °C | 18.4 °C | 6.8 °C | 22.5 °C | 11.1 °C | 2.7 °C | 17.0 °C | 4.1 °C | -5.0 °C | 35.0 mm | 0.2 mm | — | — |
| February | 33.2 °C | 20.8 °C | 7.5 °C | 26.4 °C | 13.4 °C | 3.6 °C | 16.0 °C | 6.0 °C | -5.1 °C | 18.5 mm | 0.1 mm | — | — |
| March | 37.0 °C | 25.1 °C | 12.0 °C | 28.6 °C | 17.5 °C | 7.4 °C | 23.0 °C | 9.7 °C | -1.5 °C | 10.2 mm | 0.1 mm | — | — |
| April | 40.0 °C | 30.6 °C | 18.4 °C | 31.7 °C | 22.7 °C | 10.8 °C | 26.0 °C | 14.5 °C | 1.0 °C | 19.3 mm | 0.0 mm | — | — |
| May | 43.4 °C | 34.7 °C | 19.6 °C | 36.1 °C | 27.0 °C | 15.8 °C | 29.8 °C | 18.7 °C | 9.1 °C | 51.9 mm | 0.1 mm | — | — |
| June | 44.2 °C | 38.0 °C | 30.0 °C | 37.4 °C | 30.2 °C | 23.8 °C | 30.0 °C | 22.0 °C | 14.4 °C | 0.1 mm | 0.0 mm | — | — |
| July | 46.0 °C | 39.1 °C | 34.0 °C | 38.5 °C | 31.7 °C | 25.1 °C | 32.0 °C | 23.9 °C | 15.8 °C | 2.0 mm | 0.0 mm | — | — |
| August | 46.0 °C | 39.4 °C | 34.2 °C | 38.9 °C | 31.8 °C | 25.5 °C | 33.0 °C | 24.0 °C | 16.0 °C | 2.0 mm | 0.0 mm | — | — |
| September | 45.0 °C | 37.2 °C | 30.0 °C | 36.8 °C | 29.2 °C | 23.2 °C | 31.0 °C | 21.3 °C | 14.4 °C | 1.5 mm | 0.0 mm | — | — |
| October | 40.0 °C | 32.2 °C | 21.4 °C | 31.6 °C | 24.4 °C | 14.9 °C | 26.5 °C | 16.7 °C | 8.0 °C | 43.9 mm | 0.1 mm | — | — |
| November | 37.5 °C | 24.9 °C | 12.7 °C | 26.9 °C | 17.5 °C | 7.4 °C | 21.0 °C | 10.6 °C | 1.0 °C | 36.0 mm | 0.1 mm | — | — |
| December | 32.0 °C | 19.8 °C | 10.0 °C | 21.7 °C | 12.5 °C | 4.4 °C | 17.0 °C | 5.7 °C | -5.0 °C | 75.9 mm | 0.1 mm | — | — |
Data Visualisations
Remove WatermarksCurrent Year Climate Trends vs Historical
Max Temperature this Year | 1 of 6
Climate 12-Month Moving Averages
Max Temperature 12-Month MA | 1 of 6
Daily Data Points and Averages Throughout the Year
Average Max Temperature Throughout Year | 1 of 5
